1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 32 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. 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 (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | Stola | Comet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
