1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1993 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Samurai 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 890 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1993 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Campagnola | Samurai |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |