1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1999 Renault Twingo is newer by 29 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 25 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Renault Twingo. 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, 1999 Renault Twingo, 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 (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1999 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Twingo |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |