1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 6 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 964 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 2004 Honda Legend. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend. 2004 Honda Legend 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. 2004 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Stola | Legend |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
