1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 566 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1995 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Spirit | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
