1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 34 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 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 171 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2006 Seat Ibiza, 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 (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Comet | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |