1972 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1972 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Comet (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Because 1972 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1971 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Campagnola | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Campagnola | Comet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |