1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Because 1971 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Campagnola | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | T5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
