1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1979 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2310 mm |
