1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | Stola | Forester |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1674 mm |
