1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1161 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
Model | Stola | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1725 mm |