1964 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1957 Ford Escort
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Stellina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Escort (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Escort weights approximately 157 kg more than 1964 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, 1957 Ford Escort (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Stellina | 1957 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Stellina | Escort |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 765 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 31 L |
