1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 57 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 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 2012 Ford F-350. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. 2012 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 132 L |
