1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Campagnola | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 74 L |
