1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 574 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
