1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Falcon. 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
