2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola

To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 47 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 260 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 2006 Buick Terraza. 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 2006 Buick Terraza 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. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Terraza 1959 Fiat Campagnola
Make Buick Fiat
Model Terraza Campagnola
Year Released 2006 1959
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 7.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 3650 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 38 L


 

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