1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Subaru Impreza 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. Both 1998 Abarth Stola and 2004 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 670 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.
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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | Stola | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |