1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1976 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1976 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 924 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1976 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 57 L |
