1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | Stola | 62 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
