1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 450 kg more than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
