1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1981 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, 1981 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Campagnola | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Campagnola | 164 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
