1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Argenta | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
