1957 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 1957 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor 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 35 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 500 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. 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 1948 Morris Minor. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat Campagnola | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Campagnola | Minor |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2190 mm |
