1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 Pontiac Grand Am (279 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Campagnola | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 53 L |
