1993 BMW 316 vs. 1978 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 316 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 BMW 316.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Fiat Campagnola (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1978 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
