1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1979 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1602 (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 670 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 BMW 1602. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1602 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |
