1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1981 Fiat Argenta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Argenta | Comet |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |
