1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 25 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), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 246 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat Campagnola | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Campagnola | Beta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
