2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 36 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 9 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Grande Punto | Comet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
