1963 AC Cobra vs. 1958 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1963 AC Cobra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 252 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1958 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Cobra | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |