1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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. Both 1998 Abarth Stola and 2009 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 555 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | Stola | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1476 mm |