1974 Mercury Comet vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1974 Mercury Comet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Comet (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Mercury | Steyr |
Model | Comet | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 2840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1510 mm |