1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 47 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 358 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 2005 Renault Vel Satis. 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat Campagnola | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Campagnola | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
