1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1982 Fiat Argenta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Argenta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 500 | 1982 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 35 L |
