1972 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix.
Because 1972 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Campagnola | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Campagnola | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
