1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 17 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 11 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Campagnola | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
