1999 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Comet (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Ypsilon, 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Ypsilon | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Ypsilon | Comet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
