1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2009 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 28 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1981 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 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Fiat Campagnola 2009 Subaru Outback
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Campagnola Outback
Year Released 1981 2009
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 79 HP 243 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 327 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 64 L


 

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