1960 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1960 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fiat Campagnola (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (78 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat Campagnola | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
