1967 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3.
Because 1967 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Comet | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Comet | C3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5660 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
