1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1976 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1976 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 624 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1976 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1976 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1500 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 57 L |
