1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1977 Renault 12
To start off, 1979 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 660 kg more than 1977 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1977 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Campagnola | 12 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
