1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 204 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Campagnola | 190 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
