1988 Buick Electra vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 285 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Electra | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2260 mm |
