1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 98 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 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Campagnola | Jetta |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2651 mm |