1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 12 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 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 252 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 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | 130 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
