1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1971 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 26 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 455 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 1997 Chevrolet Venture. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1971 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Venture | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2260 mm |
