1968 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 30 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, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 576 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 1968 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Elise. 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, 1998 Lotus Elise (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat Campagnola | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Campagnola | Elise |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
