1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 460 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | Stola | Levante |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |