1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1963 Opel Rekord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 320 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat Campagnola | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Campagnola | Rekord |
Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |