1974 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 39 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 21 kg more than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat Campagnola | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Campagnola | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
