2008 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,967 cc, 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (250 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1972 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1901 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
