1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1980 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1980 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1980 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1980 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
