1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1959 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 290 kg more than 1957 Talbot Lago America.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Talbot Lago America. 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, 1957 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Campagnola | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
