1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 1999 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Stola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Stola would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 775 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura TL. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL. 1999 Acura TL 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. 1999 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 1999 Acura TL | |
Make | Abarth | Acura |
Model | Stola | TL |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |