1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1980 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alpine A 310. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1980 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | Stola | A 310 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
