1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 1998 Abarth Stola and 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 646 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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. 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
Model | Stola | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |