1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1998 Subaru SVX 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 1998 Subaru SVX 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. 1998 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Campagnola | SVX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
