1986 Fiat 126 vs. 1968 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1986 Fiat 126 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 705 kg more than 1986 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 1968 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 126 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2260 mm |
