1969 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1969 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1969 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Campagnola | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Campagnola | 220 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
