1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1997 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 730 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1997 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | Stola | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
