1965 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (61 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1965 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. 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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. 2012 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 1965 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1965 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Campagnola | 408 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
