1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 54 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, 2009 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam 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 2009 Ford Bantam. 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2054 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
