1980 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1961 Fiat 500
To start off, 1980 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 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 57 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. 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 1961 Fiat 500. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat Campagnola | 1961 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Campagnola | 500 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1950 mm |