1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1971 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina 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 177 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Carina weights approximately 150 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 Toyota Carina. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 1971 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | Stola | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |