1945 Austin 16 vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1979 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 330 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 16 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
