1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 8 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Argenta | 500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
