1954 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1954 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat Campagnola | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Senator |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
