1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 38 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, 2010 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Fiat Idea.
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, 2010 Fiat Idea, 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, 2010 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Comet | Idea |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |