1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1977 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1977 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 490 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1977 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
