1974 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1974 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1974 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat Campagnola | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Campagnola | Comet |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |
