1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 30 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1995 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stellina | Gol |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
