1984 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1984 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Campagnola | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
