1961 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1970 Mini MK III
To start off, 1970 Mini MK III is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 680 kg more than 1970 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1961 Fiat Campagnola (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Campagnola | 1970 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Campagnola | MK III |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
