1956 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 23 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, 1979 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph Spitfire 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 1979 Triumph Spitfire. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat Campagnola | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Campagnola | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| 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 | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
