1977 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1977 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 998 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat Campagnola | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Campagnola | Europa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
