1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 22 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Campagnola | Econovan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |