1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 2 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz AIV weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Panoz AIV. 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Abarth | Panoz |
| Model | Stola | AIV |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
