1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | Stola | Charger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1478 mm |
