1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1986 Lotus Excel is newer by 27 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 113 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Excel. 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, 1986 Lotus Excel (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 1986 Lotus Excel 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. 1986 Lotus Excel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Campagnola | Excel |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
