1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1978 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 820 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Campagnola | Minor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
