1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 741 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Campagnola | Rio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 170 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 | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
