1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1976 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1976 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 101 kg more than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. 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 1974 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Impala | 1976 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Impala | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2290 mm |
