1957 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1970 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1970 Ford GT 40 is newer by 13 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Because 1957 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1957 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat Campagnola | 1970 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 125 L |
