1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 299 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 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Fiat Campagnola | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Campagnola | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |