1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1971 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Because 1971 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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 Opel Rekord (146 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Campagnola | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
