1961 BMW 700 vs. 1984 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1984 Fiat Argenta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Argenta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1984 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 35 L |
