1979 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, both 1979 Chrysler 1609 and 1979 Fiat Campagnola were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler 1609 (100 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 700 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 1609.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chrysler 1609. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chrysler 1609 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 1609 | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 1609 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1811 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
