1972 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1978 Opel Senator (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Campagnola | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Senator |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
