1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1976 Austin Maxi is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maxi | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2260 mm |
