1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 673 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | Stola | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |