1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1966 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1970 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124.
Because 1966 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1966 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1966 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2260 mm |
