1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2002 Kia Potentia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Kia Potentia.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2002 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. 2002 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Campagnola | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Campagnola | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
