1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Megagamma weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | Stola | Megagamma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1620 mm |
