1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 6 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 30 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 595 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. 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, 1981 Fiat 127, 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 127 | Comet |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |