1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 77 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat Campagnola | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Campagnola | 146 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
