1980 Buick Electra vs. 1954 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1954 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1954 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Electra | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2260 mm |
