1976 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1976 Autobianchi A 112 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Comet (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1976 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 560 kg more than 1976 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Autobianchi A 112, 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, 1971 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Autobianchi A 112 | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mercury |
| Model | A 112 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
