1954 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1954 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat Campagnola | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Campagnola | 200 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
