1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1431 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stola | Express |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2126 mm |
