1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 542 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lancia Delta | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Delta | Comet |
Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |