1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 675 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Campagnola | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2329 mm |