1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 18 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) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 742 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Ritmo | Comet |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
