1964 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Autobianchi Stellina would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 435 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, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Stellina | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Stellina | 929 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 765 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| 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 | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |
