1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 21 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, 2002 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 725 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart Roadster. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Campagnola | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Campagnola | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
