1983 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1983 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 626 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1959 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Campagnola | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Campagnola | FC |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
