1974 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1965 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1974 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 944 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 1974 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, 1974 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, 1974 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat Campagnola | 1965 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Campagnola | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2140 mm |
