1972 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 33 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Campagnola | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
