1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1976 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1976 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 255 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90.
Because 1976 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1976 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
