1981 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1983 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 82 kg more than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 1983 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Electra | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |