1960 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1960 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (121 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat Campagnola | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Passat |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
