1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 44 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 365 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro 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. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Campagnola | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
