1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. 1999 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
