1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1993 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon is newer by 14 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 1993 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1993 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Campagnola | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
