1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 50 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 688 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Fiat Campagnola 2008 Jeep Commander
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Campagnola Commander
Year Released 1958 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1901 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 509 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 99.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1978 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 80 L


 

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