1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 51 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 336 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. 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, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape 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. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat Campagnola | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Escape |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
