1979 Austin Marina vs. 1976 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 734 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1976 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Marina | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
