1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1988 Ford Escort
To start off, 1988 Ford Escort is newer by 29 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 265 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. 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, 1988 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1988 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
