1956 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 53 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat Campagnola | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
