1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1955 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1981 Alpine A 310 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpine A 310 | 1955 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
| 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 | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| 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 |
