1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 23 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Campagnola | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
