1983 Citroen BX vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 17 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 370 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX, 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | BX | Comet |
Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |