1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 424 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Campagnola | Jetta |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
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 | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |