1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1981 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1981 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F355 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 57 L |
