1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora 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. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 438 kg more than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Evora. 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 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Campagnola | Evora |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
