1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 732 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Caprice | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2260 mm |