1961 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1978 Nissan Laurel

To start off, 1978 Nissan Laurel 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Nissan Laurel.

Because 1961 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Laurel. 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 Nissan Laurel (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Campagnola.

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1961 Fiat Campagnola 1978 Nissan Laurel
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Campagnola Laurel
Year Released 1961 1978
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1901 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 129 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2680 mm