1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 533 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Expedition. 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 106 L |
