1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 30 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, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Focus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
