1968 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 370 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat Campagnola | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
