1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 393 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Campagnola | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |