1981 Buick Estate vs. 1974 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1981 Buick Estate is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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 Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 1974 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Estate | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |