2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 212 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C5 | Comet |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |