1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Campagnola | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Campagnola | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
