1970 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1980 Lotus Eclat is newer by 10 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 192 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1970 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Eclat. 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, 1980 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Campagnola | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Campagnola | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
