1984 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1984 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Campagnola | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Campagnola | Montego |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
