1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1968 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 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, 1955 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 780 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | 500 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 22 L |
