1977 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 550 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1977 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat Campagnola | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Campagnola | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
