1963 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 640 kg more than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Campagnola | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Campagnola | G |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
