1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 425 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Campagnola | Mustang |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |