1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1988 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1988 Ford RS 200 is newer by 23 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 620 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, 1988 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 1988 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Stellina | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 116 L |
