1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2005 Ford Focus

To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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, 2005 Ford Focus (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.

Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Fiat Campagnola 2005 Ford Focus
Make Fiat Ford
Model Campagnola Focus
Year Released 1979 2005
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2445 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 45 L


 

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