2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 28 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 875 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio II | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |
