1972 Mercury Comet vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1978 Simca Horizon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca Horizon (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 199 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon, 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Comet | Horizon |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |