1969 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi A 112 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 705 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Autobianchi A 112, 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi A 112 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mercury |
| Model | A 112 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2950 mm |
