1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1981 BMW M1
To start off, 1981 BMW M1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 BMW M1.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW M1. 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, 1981 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1981 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Campagnola | M1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 116 L |
