1972 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 84 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 1972 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Campagnola | 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Campagnola | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
