1957 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (80 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 195 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Because 1957 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat Campagnola | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | 411 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
