1997 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Audi A4.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A4. 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, 1997 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 1978 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A4 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |