1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1998 Abarth Stola
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,321 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 2400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1998 Abarth Stola | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 2400 | Stola |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
