2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 34 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, 2008 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
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, 2008 Fiat Siena, 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Siena | Comet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
