1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Campagnola | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |