1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stola | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
