1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
