1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra

To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 31 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 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. 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 1989 Vauxhall Astra. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (85 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Fiat Campagnola 1989 Vauxhall Astra
Make Fiat Vauxhall
Model Campagnola Astra
Year Released 1958 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1901 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 60 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 830 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2530 mm


 

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