1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1974 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1974 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 109 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Because 1974 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1974 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Chevelle | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
