1957 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 55 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 202 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1957 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Polo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
