1976 Buick Electra vs. 1956 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1956 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 1956 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Electra | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2260 mm |
