1969 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1969 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 390 kg more than 1957 MG MGA.
Because 1969 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Campagnola | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Campagnola | MGA |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
