1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | Stola | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 549 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
