1967 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 436 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Campagnola | 1978 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
