1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1971 Audi 100
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Stola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1971 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | Stola | 100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1871 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
