1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Comet | Cooper |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2547 mm |