1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 37 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | Palio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 48 L |
