1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (108 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 820 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 480. 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 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Campagnola | 480 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
