1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1980 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 1980 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1980 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | V6 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
