1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Campagnola | Beta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |