1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 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 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 69 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127.
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 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 127 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2950 mm |
