1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda 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 (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Comet | Panda |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |