1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola 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 8 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 788 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. 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 1985 Ford Laser. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Laser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
