1960 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 52 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 211 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 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Golf |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
