2009 Honda Fit vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 39 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit.
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, 2009 Honda Fit, 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Fit | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |