1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2005 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 630 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) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | Stola | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
