1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2005 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2005 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 7 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 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1975 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, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 2005 Avanti Studebaker 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. 2005 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2005 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Abarth | Avanti |
| Model | Stola | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2040 mm |
