1961 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, both 1961 Fiat Campagnola and 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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.
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1961 Fiat Campagnola | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Campagnola | 300 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 71 L |