2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. 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 (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
