1956 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1956 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, 1956 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 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat Campagnola | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Senator |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
