1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 23 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 2002 Subaru Outback 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. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Campagnola | Outback |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
