1957 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 1980 Renault 18 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 265 kg more than 1980 Renault 18.
Because 1957 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1980 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat Campagnola | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Campagnola | 18 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
