1984 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1984 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1984 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Campagnola | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Campagnola | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2960 mm |
