1974 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1979 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1974 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. 1979 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat Campagnola | 1979 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Campagnola | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
