1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 29 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 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 605 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Fiat Bravo, 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Bravo | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Bravo | Comet |
Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1893 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |