1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1976 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1976 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1976 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 57 L |
