1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Campagnola | S70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
