1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 2 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Campagnola | 220 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2054 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
