1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1961 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1965 Autobianchi Stellina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Autobianchi Stellina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Autobianchi Stellina weights approximately 342 kg more than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
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, 1961 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, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 1961 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Berkeley |
| Model | Stellina | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 25 L |
