2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Stilo | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
