1964 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Stellina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Skoda Octavia (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 260 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, 1961 Skoda Octavia (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Stellina | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Skoda |
| Model | Stellina | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 765 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 30 L |
