1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 215 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 2008 Porsche 911. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat Campagnola | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Campagnola | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |