1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1969 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |