1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 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 (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda, 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 (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Comet | Panda |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |