1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 34 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz AIV weights approximately 520 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Panoz |
| Model | Stellina | AIV |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
