1964 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 45 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 840 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Stellina | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stellina | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 765 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
