1965 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (61 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 374 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Because 1965 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 2008 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Campagnola | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Campagnola | Exige |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
