1961 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx. 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 1983 Mercury Lynx. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Campagnola (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Campagnola | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Campagnola | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
