1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1970 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 54 kg more than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2260 mm |
