1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1980 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1980 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 905 kg more than 1973 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1980 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 127 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
