1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, both 1979 Fiat Campagnola and 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 14 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Campagnola | 380 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |
