1970 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1970 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat Campagnola (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 683 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Campagnola | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | 850 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
