1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 10 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), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 344 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Campagnola | 944 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
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 | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 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 | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |