1970 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1953 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1970 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 171 kg more than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Because 1970 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Campagnola | 1953 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
