1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1960 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1960 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fiat Campagnola (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 705 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1960 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 600 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |