1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Campagnola | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Campagnola | Meriva |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |