2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (107 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 730 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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 Hyundai Accent, 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Accent | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Accent | Comet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |