1956 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1974 Lotus Eclat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1956 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat Campagnola | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Campagnola | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
