1970 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 1970 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat Campagnola | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Campagnola | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |