1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1998 Proton 300
To start off, 1998 Proton 300 is newer by 19 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, 1998 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 782 kg more than 1998 Proton 300.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Proton 300. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1998 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Campagnola | 300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
