1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 40 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Exige weights approximately 215 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Lotus |
| Model | Stellina | Exige |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 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 | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
