1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stola | Alfetta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
