2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 178 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
Because 1975 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 1975 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, 1975 Mercury Comet (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C3 | Comet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |