1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1980 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1981 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 660 kg more than 1980 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Peugeot 304. 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, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Campagnola | 1980 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Campagnola | 304 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
