1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2001 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 2001 Toyota Soarer 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. 2001 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Campagnola | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
