2004 Citroen C2 vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Comet (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2, 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, 1971 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C2 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
