1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1972 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1978 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Isuzu 117. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1972 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Campagnola | 117 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
