2001 BMW 318 vs. 1980 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 BMW 318.
Because 1980 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2001 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1980 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
