1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1984 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1984 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Campagnola (80 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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, 1984 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, 1984 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 106 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 57 L |
