2009 Ford Ka vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 422 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka, 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Ka | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |
