1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 51 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 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-250 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 560 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 2010 Ford E-250. 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, 2010 Ford E-250 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 2010 Ford E-250 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. 2010 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2824 mm |
