2003 Acura CL vs. 1981 Fiat Campagnola

To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 22 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.

Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Acura CL 1981 Fiat Campagnola
Make Acura Fiat
Model CL Campagnola
Year Released 2003 1981
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 223 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 8.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 57 L