1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1970 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1970 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 1970 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | 62 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2260 mm |