1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Strada | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Strada | Comet |
Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |