1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1981 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 196 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine A 610. 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 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1981 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 610 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1960 mm |
