2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (139 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 123 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1837 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |