1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 20 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 22 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 1975 Ford Escort. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Escort |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 53.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
