1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 23 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Ambassador. 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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Ambassador | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |
