1981 Austin Marina vs. 1965 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1981 Austin Marina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Campagnola (61 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1965 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 1965 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Marina | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
