1961 Mercury Comet 4-Dr. Sedan
The four-door Comet sedan competed directly with Ford Falcon and Chevrolet Corvair in the rapidly growing compact car market.
1R12U825031
6 Cyl. OHV 170 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
San Jose, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Mercury Comet
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1961 |
| Plant Code | R | San Jose, CA |
| Model Code | 12 | Comet |
| Engine Code | U | 6 Cyl. OHV 170 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 825031 | Production #825031 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelComet
Year1961
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl. OHV 170 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Horsepower101 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantSan Jose, CA
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1963
Headroom front33.8
Headroom rear32.7
Height54.5
Legroom front43.3
Legroom rear39.4
Length194.8
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase114.0
Width70.4
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)