1974 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1974 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 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 390 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Because 1974 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 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 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Campagnola | Comet |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
