2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | BLS | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
