1976 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1997 Mazda 323
To start off, 1997 Mazda 323 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. Both 1976 Fiat Campagnola and 1997 Mazda 323 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 323 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 399 kg more than 1997 Mazda 323.
Because 1976 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1997 Mazda 323 (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat Campagnola | 1997 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Campagnola | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
