1978 BMW 520 vs. 1972 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1978 BMW 520 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 520 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1978 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 520 | 1972 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 520 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
