1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Getz.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz, 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Comet | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Comet | Getz |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 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 | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
