1969 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Campagnola 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Campagnola | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Campagnola | 1600 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |