1976 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 31 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. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 739 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 1976 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat Campagnola | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Campagnola | Exige |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| 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 | 1614 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
