1956 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1988 Ford Meteor

To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 32 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, 1988 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor 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 1988 Ford Meteor. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Fiat Campagnola 1988 Ford Meteor
Make Fiat Ford
Model Campagnola Meteor
Year Released 1956 1988
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 36 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2410 mm


 

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