1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1966 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1966 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1966 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
