1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1954 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1959 Alpine A 106 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1954 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1954 Fiat Campagnola (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1954 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 106 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2260 mm |
