1970 Austin Maxi vs. 1980 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1980 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 630 kg more than 1970 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin Maxi | 1980 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maxi | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
