1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, both 1959 Fiat Campagnola and 1959 Lotus Elite were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 710 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lotus Elite. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Campagnola | Elite |
Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |