2009 Hyundai Getz vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 35 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Getz (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
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, 2009 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2009 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Getz | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Getz | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
