1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 15 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Stola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Fiat 500. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | Stola | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1519 mm |