2003 Ford Ka vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (137 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 428 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Ka | Comet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |