1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1970 Rover P5B is newer by 12 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 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. 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 1970 Rover P5B. 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat Campagnola | 1970 Rover P5B | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Campagnola | P5B |
Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3527 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |