1966 DKW F 102 vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1966 DKW F 102 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, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1966 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 380 kg more than 1966 DKW F 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 DKW F 102. 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, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DKW F 102 | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 102 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 38 L |
