1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1968 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 400 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1968 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, 1968 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, 1968 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 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 | 1968 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
