1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 23 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 (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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 (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Uno | Comet |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |
