1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 20 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 503 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. 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 1979 Triumph Spitfire. 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 (128 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Campagnola | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
