1970 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1970 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 702 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Because 1970 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1963 Lotus Elan (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Campagnola | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Campagnola | Elan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.7 mm |
| 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 | 1296 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
