1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1956 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1956 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Fiat Campagnola (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1956 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
