1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 48 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 138 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 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
