1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is newer by 20 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 232 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat Campagnola | 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | Mirafiori |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 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 | 1302 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
