1965 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1961 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1965 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Campagnola (61 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 420 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1100. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Campagnola | 1961 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
