1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 42 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Contour. 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, 1997 Ford Contour (180 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat Campagnola | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Campagnola | Contour |
Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |