1969 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1969 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Campagnola | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Santana |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
