1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1969 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 324 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1969 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1950 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |