1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1965 Autobianchi Stellina
To start off, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is newer by 2 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 54 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, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1965 Autobianchi Stellina | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Autobianchi |
Model | Sprite | Stellina |
Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |