1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300.
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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | Stola | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
