1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 20 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Campagnola | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 87 L |
