1972 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1966 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1972 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Falcon (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 171 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Because 1972 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1966 Ford Falcon (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Campagnola | 1966 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |
