1980 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 29 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Campagnola.
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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Campagnola | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Campagnola | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
