1980 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1980 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 615 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat Campagnola | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Campagnola | 120 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |