1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Comet | 1000 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |