1978 BMW M1 vs. 1956 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1978 BMW M1 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1956 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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 M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1956 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M1 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |
