1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 10 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 2012 Mazda 3. 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (183 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Campagnola | 3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
