2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3.
Because 1975 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 1975 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, 2003 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C3 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
