2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Fiat Ulysse 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, 2000 Fiat Ulysse (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. 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 Fiat Ulysse, 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 (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Ulysse | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Ulysse | Comet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |