1964 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 24 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 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 805 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Stellina | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Stellina | 348 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 765 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 95 L |
