2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 29 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, 2001 Fiat Doblo (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 650 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Fiat Doblo, 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 Fiat Doblo (271 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Doblo | Comet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
