1984 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1984 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century.
Because 1984 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Campagnola | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Campagnola | Century |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
