1963 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1963 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1963 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Campagnola | 1969 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Campagnola | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 27 L |
