1970 Fiat 850 vs. 1981 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1981 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 875 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 850 | 1981 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 850 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2310 mm |