1973 BMW Touring vs. 1985 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1985 Fiat Argenta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Argenta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 1985 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Touring | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
