1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 28 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 81 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
