1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stola | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
