1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 50 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 183 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 2009 Ford Taurus 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. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat Campagnola | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Campagnola | Taurus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |