1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 Fiat Campagnola

To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1974 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1985 Chevrolet Caprice 1974 Fiat Campagnola
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Caprice Campagnola
Year Released 1985 1974
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5032 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 5460 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2310 mm