1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 20 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Villager. 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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 1999 Mercury Villager 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. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Campagnola | Villager |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |