1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Campagnola | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
