1967 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.

Because 1967 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Fiat Campagnola 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Campagnola Golf
Year Released 1967 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1901 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 75.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1296 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 55 L


 

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