1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 17 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Campagnola | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
