1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 11 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 748 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stola | Spider |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
