1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1979 Opel Ascona is newer by 14 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 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Ascona weights approximately 422 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, 1979 Opel Ascona (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Autobianchi | Opel |
Model | Stellina | Ascona |
Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |