1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1233 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 Honda Odyssey. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey. 2012 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Stola | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1737 mm |
