2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 37 kg more than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Viper. 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
