1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1966 MG 1100
To start off, 1970 Mercury Comet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG 1100 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1966 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 445 kg more than 1966 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 MG 1100, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 1966 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Comet | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
