1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 393 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 Honda Accord. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Stola | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
