1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 1986 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1986 Fiat Argenta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 1986 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 35 L |
