1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1978 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 830 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Campagnola | 356 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 79 L |
