1984 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION is newer by 20 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn ION (138 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION.
Because 1984 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn ION. 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, 2004 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Campagnola | 2004 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Campagnola | ION |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
