1956 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 1966 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat Campagnola (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500.
Because 1956 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Fiat Campagnola (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat Campagnola | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | 500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1950 mm |
