1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2006 Audi RS4
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2006 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | Stola | RS4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
