1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1965 Autobianchi Stellina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 801 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morris Minor (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Minor weights approximately 165 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Autobianchi Stellina (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Autobianchi Stellina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Morris |
| Model | Stellina | Minor |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2190 mm |
