1977 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1980 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1980 Ford Taunus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 590 kg more than 1980 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat Campagnola | 1980 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
