1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 29 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 885 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Campagnola | Punto |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 L |
