1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 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 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Comet | Cooper |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2466 mm |