1957 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1965 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. 1965 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Jensen CV-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat Campagnola | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Campagnola | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
