1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1958 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1958 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 772 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alpine A 106 | 1958 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 106 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2260 mm |