1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 28 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Escape |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
