1974 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1974 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Because 1974 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat Campagnola | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
