1983 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1983 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 655 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 1983 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Campagnola | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Campagnola | Carina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
