1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 645 kg more than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Campagnola | 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Campagnola | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3230 mm |
