1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Stola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 214 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 Ford Bantam. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Stola | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
