2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Ram | Campagnola |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 57 L |