1951 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1974 Mercury Cougar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Cougar (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1951 Fiat Campagnola. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 325 kg more than 1951 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat Campagnola | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Campagnola | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
