2003 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Fiat Campagnola

To start off, 2003 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.

Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.

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2003 BMW 325 1981 Fiat Campagnola
Make BMW Fiat
Model 325 Campagnola
Year Released 2003 1981
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 192 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.6:1
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 57 L