1965 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (61 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Because 1965 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1965 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Campagnola | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Campagnola | Rekord |
Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |