1968 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1979 Volvo 265 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 265 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 265. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1979 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat Campagnola | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Campagnola | 265 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
