1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 970 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
