1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1971 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 419 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm). This means 1971 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Campagnola | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Escort |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
