1975 Audi 50 vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, both 1975 Audi 50 and 1975 Mercury Comet were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercury Comet (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 745 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1975 Mercury Comet (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 50 | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 50 | Comet |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |