1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 17 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Argenta | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
