1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1986 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 445 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. 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, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1986 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Campagnola | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
