1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1969 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 338 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 171 kg more than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
