1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Campagnola | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Campagnola | 505 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
