1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 585 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Campagnola | Elise |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |