1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 580 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Stola | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
