2007 Kia Cerato vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cerato (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 106 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato, 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cerato | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Cerato | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |