1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Comet (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 104 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 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 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Delta | Comet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
