1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 540 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | Stola | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1282 mm |
