2007 Lancia Musa vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 37 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Lancia Musa. 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, 2007 Lancia Musa, 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 (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lancia Musa | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Musa | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |