1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 600 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stola | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
