1976 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 648 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 1976 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat Campagnola | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
