1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 1981 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Campagnola | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | 500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 22 L |
