2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1972 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1972 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Avalanche | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
