1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 34 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. 2012 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Campagnola | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
