1960 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 25 kg more than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. 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 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat Campagnola | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Golf |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
