1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1955 Fiat Campagnola

To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.

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1998 Alfa Romeo 156 1955 Fiat Campagnola
Make Alfa Romeo Fiat
Model 156 Campagnola
Year Released 1998 1955
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2386 cc 1901 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 136 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 128 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3650 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 38 L