1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 42 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 2,324 cc, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 25 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 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat Campagnola | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2324 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
