1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 46 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Campagnola | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
