1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 31 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1060 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Campagnola | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3490 mm |
