1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 32 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, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 214 kg more than 2011 Honda Element.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Element. 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, 2011 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 2011 Honda Element 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. 2011 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Campagnola | Element |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
