1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1977 Simca 1307 is newer by 7 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Simca 1307. 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, 1977 Simca 1307, 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 (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (105 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Comet | 1307 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |