1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1961 Maserati 3500 is newer by 2 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 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 1961 Maserati 3500. 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, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | Campagnola | 3500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |