1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1957 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 258 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1957 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1957 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1953 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |