1983 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Campagnola | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 106 L |
