1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 30 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, 1989 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
