1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1985 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 2011 Nissan Patrol 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. 2011 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | Stola | Patrol |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1940 mm |