1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 15 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 1974 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1974 Ford Capri | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Campagnola | Capri |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |