1977 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 18 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 130 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 100. 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, 1977 Audi 100 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |
