2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto, 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Punto | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Punto | Comet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |