1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 3,651 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Hummer |
| Model | Stola | H3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2000 mm |
