2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 172 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C3 | Comet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |