1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1973 Mercury Comet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 350 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 124 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1220 kg |
