1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 29 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 301 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
