2008 Citroen C1 vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 49 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C1. 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 (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C1 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 38 L |
