1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1978 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 275 kg more than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. 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 1972 Plymouth Fury. 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Campagnola | Fury |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3060 mm |