1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1959 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1100 (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 460 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
