1966 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 340 kg more than 1974 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1966 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Campagnola | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Campagnola | 12 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
