1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. 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 2009 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Passat |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
