1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Astra. 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Astra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |
