1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1981 Fiat Argenta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Argenta (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Argenta | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
