1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1986 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1986 Fiat Argenta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 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 77 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Argenta (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1986 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
