1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1978 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 997 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Fiat Campagnola (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | 850 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
