1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 45 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, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 64 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (235 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | GTI |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
