1971 Mercury Comet vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 69 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1971 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Comet | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Comet | i20 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| 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 | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1155 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 |
