1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 885 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | Panda |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
