1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1961 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,054 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat Campagnola (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1955 Fiat Campagnola (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Campagnola | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2054 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
