1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 306 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
