1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 578 kg more than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Mystique. 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Campagnola | Mystique |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |