1963 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1978 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1978 Nissan Laurel is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 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 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1963 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, 1963 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. 1978 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Campagnola | 1978 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Campagnola | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1963 | 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 | 128 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| 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 |
