1966 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 31 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 5,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 380 kg more than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. 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 1997 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (454 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Campagnola | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Campagnola | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
