1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Campagnola | 159 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
