1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 40 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola.
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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 957 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. 2011 Ford F-450 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. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Campagnola | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 142 L |
