1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 46 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 660 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1965 Autobianchi Stellina has manual transmission. 1965 Autobianchi Stellina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Stellina | 120 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
