1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 1050 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Stola | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1860 mm |
