1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Autobianchi Stellina would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1360 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1965 Autobianchi Stellina has manual transmission. 1965 Autobianchi Stellina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stellina | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3100 mm |
