1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 33 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. Both 1979 Fiat Campagnola and 2012 BMW 123 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 315 kg more than 2012 BMW 123.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 123. 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Campagnola | 123 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
