1974 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 880 kg more than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat Campagnola | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3030 mm |
