1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1955 Ford Popular
To start off, 1959 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 555 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Popular. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1955 Ford Popular | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Campagnola | Popular |
Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2300 mm |