1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1968 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 300 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1968 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |