1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 28 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 62 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Kappa | Comet |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |