1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 775 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 Audi A5. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | Stola | A5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
