1975 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1984 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1984 Lotus Esprit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 543 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1975 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat Campagnola | 1984 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Campagnola | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 31 L |
