1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 18 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 640 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
Model | Stellina | 240 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |