1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 516 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | Stola | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
