1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. 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, 1971 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 1971 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Campagnola | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
