1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 640 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 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, both vehicles can yield 148 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Campagnola | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
