1953 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 Fiat Campagnola. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 30 kg more than 1953 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1953 Fiat Campagnola | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Campagnola | Golf |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |