1951 Austin A vs. 1970 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1970 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat Campagnola (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 611 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1970 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |
