1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1978 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 760 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1978 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Arna | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
