1961 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 119 kg more than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. 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 2012 Volkswagen GTD. 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | GTD |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
