1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Campagnola | 164 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
