1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 17 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 550 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 57 L |
