1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1969 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 228 kg more than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1969 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
