1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat Campagnola | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Campagnola | 500 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
