1962 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 44 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Campagnola | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
