1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 647 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ranger. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Stola | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1684 mm |
