1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Stola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 244 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Stola | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
