1965 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1970 Mercury Marauder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (61 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 705 kg more than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Campagnola | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Campagnola | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3160 mm |
