1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 38 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 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen W12. 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 1997 Volkswagen W12 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. 1997 Volkswagen W12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | W12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
