1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1963 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1979 Alpine A 310 is newer by 16 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 1963 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alpine A 310. 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 1963 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
