1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1020 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 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 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, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | Stola | V8 Zagato |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
