1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1979 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Campagnola | S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
