1957 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1996 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat 131 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131.
Because 1957 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat 131. 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, 1996 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat Campagnola | 1996 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | 131 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
