1968 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1968 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Rekord (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 195 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Because 1968 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1967 Opel Rekord (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat Campagnola | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
