1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1962 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, both 1962 BMW 1800 and 1962 Fiat Campagnola were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 247 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800.
Because 1962 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1962 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1800 | 1962 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 1800 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1771 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |