1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (175 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 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 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stola | 164 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
