1990 BMW 316 vs. 1965 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (61 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
Because 1965 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1965 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
