1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1962 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 817 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat Campagnola | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Campagnola | 500 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1850 mm |