1956 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 12 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, 1968 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1956 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat Campagnola | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | 17 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
