1996 Audi A3 vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 37 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (100 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 156 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. 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, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (141 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (136 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
