1977 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 35 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 113 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano.
Because 1977 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Verano. 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, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. 2012 Buick Verano 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. 2012 Buick Verano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Campagnola | Verano |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
