1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1961 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1961 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1961 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
