1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Campagnola | 300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
