1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 579 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 250 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 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 778 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1950 mm |
