1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 8 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 13 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 810 kg more than 1987 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 1987 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Laser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 800 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 |
