1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1980 Lincoln Continental is newer by 21 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lincoln Continental (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 565 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 1980 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Campagnola | Continental |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2990 mm |
