1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | Stola | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
