1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1972 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1972 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Fiat Campagnola (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1972 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
