1970 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1975 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1975 Ford Cortina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat Campagnola (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 256 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Cortina. 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, 1970 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Campagnola | 1975 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 87 L |
