1968 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 208 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 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat Campagnola | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
