1971 BMW 3 vs. 1986 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1986 Fiat Argenta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1986 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 3 | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
