1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 98 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Comet | Getz |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |