1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1991 Ford Probe
To start off, 1991 Ford Probe is newer by 13 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 360 kg more than 1991 Ford Probe.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Probe. 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, 1991 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1991 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Probe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
