1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 26 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 276 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
