1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1961 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1969 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 8 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 200 kg more than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. 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 1969 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 3-Litre | 1961 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 3-Litre | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
