1984 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Campagnola (80 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 788 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Campagnola | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
