1982 Buick Estate vs. 1971 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1982 Buick Estate is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 595 kg more than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Estate | 1971 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Estate | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
