1956 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 56 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape 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 2012 Ford Escape. 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, 2012 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Escape |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2619 mm |
