1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1998 Abarth Stola and 1998 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 490 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 Opel Astra. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | Stola | Astra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |