1960 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 760 kg more than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat Campagnola.

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1960 Fiat Campagnola 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Fiat Mercedes-Benz
Model Campagnola SLK
Year Released 1960 2000
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1899 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 2050 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 60 L