2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1958 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 455 kg more than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1958 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 | 1745 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
