1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1965 Autobianchi Stellina
To start off, 1965 Autobianchi Stellina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1965 Autobianchi Stellina | |
| Make | Austin | Autobianchi |
| Model | A 70 | Stellina |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |
