1961 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1973 Fiat 500
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 780 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1961 Fiat Campagnola (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Campagnola | 1973 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Campagnola | 500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 22 L |