1972 Mercury Comet vs. 1964 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1972 Mercury Comet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 620 kg more than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Comet | 1964 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Mercury | Steyr |
| Model | Comet | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1510 mm |
