1983 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1983 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 757 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Because 1983 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Campagnola | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Campagnola | 8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
