1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 38 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. 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, 2008 Hyundai i20, 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Comet | i20 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2525 mm |