1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta 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 165 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Delta. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (157 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | Stola | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
