1996 Kia Avella vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 30 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 46 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Avella | Comet |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2950 mm |