1984 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1984 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 26 kg more than 1959 Rover P5.
Because 1984 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Campagnola | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Campagnola | P5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
