1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1962 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (129 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 410 kg more than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1962 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
