2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-150 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
