1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1956 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1965 Autobianchi Stellina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Autobianchi Stellina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Autobianchi Stellina (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Autobianchi Stellina should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Autobianchi Stellina weights approximately 354 kg more than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Autobianchi Stellina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Autobianchi Stellina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 1956 Berkeley Twosome | |
Make | Autobianchi | Berkeley |
Model | Stellina | Twosome |
Year Released | 1965 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 15 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |