2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1961 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 233 kg more than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1961 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
