1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
