1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1998 Abarth Stola and 1998 Peugeot 406 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 167 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 585 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 Peugeot 406. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
Model | Stola | 406 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |