2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1958 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 51 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 362 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. 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, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1958 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 500 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |