1980 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 26 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Because 1980 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Campagnola | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Campagnola | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
