1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica 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 170 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Celica weights approximately 346 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Celica. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Stola | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
