1977 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1977 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 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 46 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 895 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat Campagnola | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Campagnola | 5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
