1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 27 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Campagnola | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |