1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 652 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Stola | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
