1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1960 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1979 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 419 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1960 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Campagnola | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |