1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (244 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Campagnola | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Campagnola | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| 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 | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
