2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 559 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Colorado | Campagnola |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |