1961 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1978 Lancia Stratos is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 310 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1961 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1978 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Campagnola | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Campagnola | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
