1969 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1969 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 366 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 353. 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 1967 Wartburg 353. 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, 1969 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Campagnola | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Campagnola | 353 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 44 L |
