1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1971 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 810 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 1971 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Campagnola | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 44 L |
