2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 37 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Citroen C3, 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C3 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |
