1963 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 605 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1997 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Campagnola | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Campagnola | 605 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
