1962 BMW 700 vs. 1986 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1986 Fiat Argenta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 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 62 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Argenta (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1986 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
