1980 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2000 Ford Artic
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 312 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic.
Because 1980 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Artic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Campagnola | 2000 Ford Artic | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Artic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
