1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1981 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 9 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1981 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
