1956 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 52 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat Campagnola | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Campagnola | Jetta |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |