1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 52 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 2,054 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Campagnola | Exige |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2054 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
