1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 9 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, 1968 Fiat 850 (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 564 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 850. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | 850 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
