1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1984 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Campagnola (80 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 620 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 1984 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, 1984 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, 1984 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 83 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |