1960 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat Campagnola 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 26 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. 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 1973 Volkswagen 1302. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat Campagnola | 1973 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Campagnola | 1302 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |