1977 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 19 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. 1996 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat Campagnola | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Campagnola | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
