1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1960 Abarth 850 is newer by 1 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 720 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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 1960 Abarth 850. 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, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
