1984 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1973 AC 428
To start off, 1984 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 AC 428.
Because 1984 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 AC 428. 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. 1973 AC 428 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. 1973 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Campagnola | 1973 AC 428 | |
| Make | Fiat | AC |
| Model | Campagnola | 428 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
