1995 BMW S3 vs. 1983 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW S3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1983 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | S3 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
