1968 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1983 Ford Escort
To start off, 1983 Ford Escort 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, 1983 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Escort. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Campagnola | 1983 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Campagnola | Escort |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |