1956 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 49 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2005 Lotus Exige. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat Campagnola | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Campagnola | Exige |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
