1965 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1965 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (61 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 390 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Because 1965 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1965 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Campagnola | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
