1975 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Renault Twingo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. 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 15 more horse power than 2007 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 535 kg more than 2007 Renault Twingo. 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, 2007 Renault Twingo, 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Comet | 2007 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
