1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 6 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 74 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Senator. 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Campagnola | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Senator |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
