1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Stola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 225 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stola | 33 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
