1980 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1981 Renault 18 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Campagnola | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Campagnola | 18 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
