1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 810 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lancia Y10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Y10 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2950 mm |
