1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 9 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 952 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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. 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stola | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
