1968 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 605 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1996 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. 1996 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat Campagnola | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Campagnola | 605 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
