1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1980 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1980 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 245 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 1980 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1980 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 308 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
