1977 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 345 kg more than 1977 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat Campagnola | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Campagnola | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2840 mm |