1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 53 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 785 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Campagnola | Sable |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 78 L |
