1956 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Fiat Campagnola 2012 GMC Canyon
Make Fiat GMC
Model Campagnola Canyon
Year Released 1956 2012
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 36 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 20.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 3210 mm


 

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