1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Maxima. 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 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Campagnola | Maxima |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |