1975 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1975 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 326 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244.
Because 1975 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volvo 244. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 Volvo 244 (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat Campagnola | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Campagnola | 244 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
