1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 53 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 865 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.
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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 2012 Volvo XC90 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. 2012 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Campagnola | XC90 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |