1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1998 Mazda Midge
To start off, both 1998 Abarth Stola and 1998 Mazda Midge were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 209 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Midge weights approximately 166 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 Mazda Midge. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1998 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | Stola | Midge |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
