1961 Fiat 500 vs. 1986 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1986 Fiat Argenta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Argenta (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 1986 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2560 mm |
