1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 41 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
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, 2011 Fiat Croma, 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Comet | Croma |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |