1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Argenta (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Argenta | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
