1966 Audi Variant vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1966 Audi Variant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Audi Variant (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, both vehicles can yield 128 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Variant | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
