1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1985 Porsche 944 is newer by 7 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (221 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 944. 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, 1985 Porsche 944 (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Campagnola | 944 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
