1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 34 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 719 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Campagnola | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Campagnola | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
