1987 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1974 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1987 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 770 kg more than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. 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 1987 Fiat Ritmo. 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, 1974 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Ritmo | 1974 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
