1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 870 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Campagnola | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
