1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 48 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat Campagnola | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Golf |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
