1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1977 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1977 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 1977 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |
