1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1981 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1981 Fiat Argenta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Argenta (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1981 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
