1979 Buick Electra vs. 1980 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1980 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1980 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Electra | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2310 mm |