2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Comet (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2, 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C2 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
