1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1957 Porsche 356 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 435 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1955 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Campagnola | 356 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
