1972 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Campagnola.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Campagnola | R |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
