1984 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1984 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Campagnola (80 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 553 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lada Riva. 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, 1984 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Campagnola | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Campagnola | Riva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
