1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Fiat Bravo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Bravo | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Bravo | Comet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
