1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1979 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
