1962 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1987 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1987 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Pontiac 1000.
Because 1962 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac 1000. 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 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Campagnola | 1987 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Campagnola | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
