1960 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 500 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser.
Because 1960 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat Campagnola | 1983 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Laser |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
