1964 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 14 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 330 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, 1978 Ford Capri (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Stellina | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Stellina | Capri |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 765 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
