1956 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 22 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat Campagnola | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Capri |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
