1963 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1965 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1965 Mini Countryman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 624 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1963 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Campagnola | 1965 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Campagnola | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 848 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 | 128 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2140 mm |
