1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1955 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 640 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Caterham C21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1998 Caterham C21 (146 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1998 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 1955 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Caterham | Fiat |
| Model | C21 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
