1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 168 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 376 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Stola | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
