1984 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1984 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (90 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 1984 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Campagnola | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Campagnola | Comet |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
