2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 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 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| 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 | 1261 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
