1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1958 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1961 Abarth 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 695 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1958 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
