1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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. Both 1998 Abarth Stola and 2001 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | Stola | Forester |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
