1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1981 Mercury Cougar is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Cougar (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 66 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1981 Mercury Cougar (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Campagnola | Cougar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |