1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1981 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 404 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Campagnola | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Campagnola | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
